Abstract:This study aims to examine the effect of balancing funds and capital expenditure on financial performance. A quantitative approach with an associative research design was employed. The population consists of city governments…
ents in East Java Province, with a sample of seven cities selected using purposive sampling, resulting in 21 observations during the 2022–2024 period. Data were collected through documentation and analyzed using the SEM-PLS method. The results show that both balancing funds and capital expenditure do not have a significant effect on financial performance. In terms of direction, balancing funds have a negative relationship, while capital expenditure has a positive relationship, although both are statistically insignificant. The coefficient of determination (R² = 0.182) indicates that these variables explain only 18.2% of financial performance, while the remaining 81.8% is influenced by other factors outside the model.
Abstract:This study aims to analyze the influence of Halal Awareness and Product Knowledge on Purchase Intention and its impact on Brand Loyalty of halal cosmetic products. This research employs a quantitative approach using the…
accidental sampling method, where respondents consist of consumers who have purchased and used halal cosmetic products. A total of 100 respondents participated in this study. Data were collected through online questionnaires and analyzed using the Partial Least Squares (PLS) method with SmartPLS 3 software. The results indicate that Halal Awareness and Product Knowledge have a positive and significant effect on Purchase Intention. Furthermore, Purchase Intention has a positive and significant effect on Brand Loyalty. Halal Awareness and Product Knowledge also have a positive and significant direct effect on Brand Loyalty. In addition, the indirect effect analysis reveals that Purchase Intention significantly mediates the influence of Halal Awareness and Product Knowledge on Brand Loyalty. These findings highlight the crucial mediating role of Purchase Intention in linking halal awareness and product knowledge with halal cosmetic brand loyalty. Therefore, halal cosmetic manufacturers are encouraged to continuously strengthen the communication of halal values and product education to build strong purchase intention and drive sustainable brand loyalty.
Abstract:This research investigates how financial literacy affects the financial behaviors of students on Lombok Island. Utilizing a quantitative methodology, the study surveyed 110 students to gather relevant data. The findings…
reveal that a higher level of financial literacy has a substantial positive impact on students' financial habits and decision-making processes. Conversely, the role of financial technology (fintech) was found to be substantial in influencing or moderating these behaviors within the studied population. The conclusion emphasizes the importance of enhancing financial literacy programs to foster more responsible and informed financial practices among students. Developing such initiatives can contribute to better financial stability and decision-making skills in the future
Abstract:This study aims to analyze the differences in the financial performance of PT Pertamina Geothermal Energy Tbk before and after the disclosure of the fuel adulteration case involving its parent company. This research employs…
oys a quantitative comparative approach using quarterly financial statement data from 2024–2025. The analysis was conducted using descriptive statistics and the Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test. The results show that descriptively, most financial ratios experienced a decline, particularly in profitability and activity ratios, along with a decrease in liquidity and a slight increase in solvency. However, the Wilcoxon test results indicate that these changes are not statistically significant. These findings suggest that despite reputational pressure from the parent company’s crisis, the company’s financial performance remains relatively stable. The limited sample size is also considered a factor influencing the results
Abstract:The rapid growth of the telecommunications industry, driven by increasing demand for digital services, is not always accompanied by stable financial performance due to cost pressures, competition, and infrastructure investment…
stment requirements. This condition requires companies to manage their finances effectively, making financial ratio analysis important in evaluating corporation performance. This study aims to analyze the effect of activity ratios, liquidity ratios, and solvency ratios on the financial performance of telecommunication companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange during the 2022–2024 period. This research uses a quantitative approach with a descriptive research design. The data used are secondary data obtained from financial statements. The sampling technique uses purposive sampling with 18 companies over a three-year period, resulting in 54 observations. The analysis method used is multiple linear regression with SPSS. The independent variables include activity ratio (TATO), liquidity ratio (CR), and solvency ratio (DER), while the dependent variable is financial performance (ROE). The outcome show that partially, the activity ratio does not have a substantial effect on financial performance. Meanwhile, liquidity and solvency ratios have a negative and substantial effect on financial performance. Simultaneously, all three ratios have a substantial effect on financial performance. These findings indicate that financial performance is influenced by asset management, the ability to meet obligations, and capital structure.
Abstract:This study aims to analyze the role of corruption in moderating the influence of Village Funds, Local Own-Source Revenue (PAD), and technology represented by the Electronic-Based Government System (SPBE) index on the number…
ber of independent villages in Indonesia from 2023 to 2024. The research was conducted in 34 provinces in Indonesia, except for the provinces of DKI Jakarta, Central Papua, South Papua, and Papua Pegunungan. The study used a panel data regression model with a Fixed Effect Model approach. The results of the study show that: First, Village Funds have a positive and significant effect on increasing the number of independent villages; Second, PAD does not have a significant effect on the number of independent villages, indicating that fiscal independence of villages in Indonesia is still relatively low. Most villages still depend on transfers from the central government; Third, technology, represented by the SPBE index, has a positive and significant effect on the number of independent villages; Fourth, the moderating effect of corruption shows diverse dynamics. Corruption negatively moderates the relationship between Village Funds and independent villages, but conversely positively moderates the relationship between PAD and independent villages. Fifth, the interaction between SPBE and corruption is not proven to be significant, suggesting that the success of digitization in promoting village independence is determined more by the readiness of the technological ecosystem than solely by low levels of corruption.
Abstract:This study aims to develop and implement a sustainability reporting framework for Tulungrejo Village based on the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards. Unlike evaluative studies, this research focuses on designing…
a village sustainability report that had not previously been available. The research process involved identifying sustainability issues, engaging stakeholders, and conducting a materiality analysis in accordance with GRI 3 to determine relevant topics. The selected material topics were then mapped into GRI 200 (economic), 300 (environmental), and 400 (social) standards, and compiled using the “with reference” approach. The findings indicate that village sustainability reporting can be implemented adaptively by selecting indicators that align with the village’s characteristics and capacity. This study proposes a GRI-based sustainability reporting framework that can serve as a practical guideline for village governments to enhance transparency and accountability in resource management.
Abstract:The Influence of Product Quality on Customer Loyalty with Customer Satisfaction as a Mediating Variable in Gen Z Consumers of Kopi Kenangan in Makassar City. Thesis, Management Study Program, Faculty of Economics and Business,…
iness, Makassar State University. Guided by Mr. Anwar and Mr. Muhammad Ichwan Musa. This study aims to determine the influence of product quality on customer loyalty with customer satisfaction as a mediating variable in Generation Z consumers of Kopi Kenangan in Makassar City. The focus of this research is to analyze how product quality can increase customer satisfaction and shape customer loyalty. This type of research uses a quantitative approach with explanatory associatives. Data was collected through a questionnaire to 110 respondents who are Gen Z consumers of Kopi Kenangan in Makassar City. The data analysis technique uses Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) with the help of the SmartPLS application version 4.0.9.9. to test relationships between variables. The results of the study show that product quality has a positive and significant effect on customer satisfaction and customer loyalty. Customer satisfaction also has a positive and significant effect on customer loyalty and acts as a mediating variable in the relationship between product quality and customer loyalty. These findings show that good product quality can increase satisfaction and strengthen the loyalty of Kopi Kenangan customers in Makassar City.
Abstract:MSMEs must have a strong marketing plan in order to compete with their rivals due to technological improvements and growing business competitiveness. An efficient marketing plan is necessary to guarantee company expansion…
n and optimize earnings. This study aims to determine the appropriate marketing strategy to increase the sales turnover of Queen Cake products. This research is a descriptive study using a qualitative approach. Respondents in this study were the owner of the Queen Cake business and four employees, two from the production department and two from the marketing department. Data collection procedures used in the study included observation, interviews, and documentation. The data obtained were analyzed using a SWOT analysis. The results showed that the strategy implemented by the Queen Cake business was in quadrant one, namely SO (Strengths-Opportunities), using an aggressive strategy. The Queen Cake shop business focuses on strategies using all its strengths and exploiting opportunities to create synergistic conditions and great potential for achieving growth and success.
Abstract:This study aims to analyze the product differentiation strategy implemented by Nhanas Donuts Pinrang in facing culinary business competition in the millennial and Gen Z era. The research method used is descriptive qualitative…
ative with data collection techniques through interviews, observation, and documentation. Informants consisted of the owner, production and service employees, as well as millennial and Gen Z consumers. The results showed that the product differentiation strategy applied includes four main aspects: flavor innovation with contemporary variants (matcha cheese, red velvet crumble, cookies and cream), attractive and "instagrammable" visual display, aesthetic and modern packaging design, as well as active digital marketing through Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. Supporting factors for the success of differentiation include the owner's creativity, understanding of young consumer behavior, strategic location, and digital branding. The implications of this study indicate that product differentiation integrated with digital marketing is able to increase competitiveness and customer loyalty of local culinary Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises in the digital era.